Djokovic says he's requested to play on the centre court for the Wimbledon QF

[Mainad]

Is it true that all players that play on Center Court have to pay Federer for their court time?

They have to get his written permission first.

 

[r2473]

They have to get his written permission first.

Sensible club rules

 

[cc0509]

Why not when he's played all his matches so far on centre court?

Well, they honored Djokovic's request to be put on CC so can the Djokovic conspiracy loons finally pipe down now? Concentrate on whether or not Djokovic will win the title.

 

[Djokovic2011]

Well, they honored Djokovic's request to be put on CC so can the Djokovic conspiracy loons finally pipe down now? Concentrate on whether or not Djokovic will win the title.

I think it's safe to say us Djokovic fans aren't exactly your favourite people in the world cc0.

 

[marc45]

Not Roger Federer‏ @PseudoFed 27m27 minutes ago
There I was enjoying watching the interview with Andrew of the Multiple Murrays @andy_murray on the television set, and he announces I'm on Court 1 tomorrow. I swear I saw that little smirk he does as he said it. I was just starting to like him. #Wimbledon

 

[cc0509]

I think it's safe to say us Djokovic fans aren't exactly your favourite people in the world cc0.

There are plenty of good Djokovic fans but unfortunately, many are conspiracy nuts like that NoleFam cult on Twitter.

 

[Djokovic2011]

There are plenty of good Djokovic fans but unfortunately, many are conspiracy nuts like that NoleFam cult on Twitter.

I don't use Twitter but yeah, I can definitely believe there are fruitcakes from all fanbases on there(one of the reasons I don't go on it truth be told).

 

[cc0509]

Yea well it Is disgusting favouring.

Just worry about Djokovic advancing and stop b*tching all the damn time!

 

[cc0509]

A 12-slam winning legend needs to request a Center Court appearance? And some people here think it's alright? The other 3 slam tournaments will soon be laughin' all the way to the bank! Wimbledon, in my opinion, is quickly becoming irrelevant.

LOL, the most prestigious tournament and the wealthiest tournament is going to become irrelevant! Dream on, fool!

 

[Shaolin]

Djokovic should realize that court allocation is a function of how much the crowd wants to see a player and not based on accomplishments alone

How come folks don’t understand this simple logic

Novak simply doesn't understand that he's not a crowd favorite, or won't accept it. Doesn't matter how many sad stunts he pulls on court to try to win them over. He just doesn't have a compelling game or personality.

He's better off embracing a villain type role...people would like him more actually.

 

[Red Rick]

Murray agreed with putting Fed on court 1, basically implying Anderson doesn't stand a chance vs Fed and saying Djokovic-Nishikori is a better match. He was very big on the Nadal-Del Potro match.

 

[Im(moral) Winner]

Murray agreed with putting Fed on court 1, basically implying Anderson doesn't stand a chance vs Fed and saying Djokovic-Nishikori is a better match. He was very big on the Nadal-Del Potro match.

Well he is friends with RAFA so he's biased.

 

[zagor]

Murray agreed with putting Fed on court 1, basically implying Anderson doesn't stand a chance vs Fed and saying Djokovic-Nishikori is a better match. He was very big on the Nadal-Del Potro match.

Did MuryGOAT miss his pal Rafa force feeding Delpo breadsticks and bagels in their last two slam matches? Atleast after this one the hype will die down for this match-up.

 

[Red Rick]

Did MuryGOAT miss his pal Rafa force feeding Delpo breadsticks and bagels in their last two slam matches? Atleast after this one the hype will die down for this match-up.

Nadal can spank Delpo a dozen more times and the matchup will still be more hyped than Fed-Anderson simply because Del Potro has name recognition and because Anderson isn't a threat anyway.

 

[zagor]

Nadal can spank Delpo a dozen more times and the matchup will still be more hyped than Fed-Anderson simply because Del Potro has name recognition and because Anderson isn't a threat anyway.

Sure because Delpo's a star (and he earned that with that 2009 USO title and his charisma) but we won't be getting this "an epic in the making" nonsense, atleast not to the same degree. Some rivalries/match-ups go through phases, Rafa is Delpo's daddy right now.

 

[NoleFam]

Well I see no problem with a 3 time champion, only second to Federer of his era, asking for Centre Court in a big match. He used his power and got what he wanted. Last year it was Nadal who complained about not being on Centre and this year Djokovic made a request to be on it. You never have this problem at the other Slams. If Murray was playing this year, Djokovic and Nadal would be playing most of their matches on Court 1.

 

[maratha_warrior]

For people who said why should Novak have a request .
Federer accepted to have requested Australian Open Organisers to have Night match versus Struff.
Hence Djokovic and Monfils had to kill each other in day Heat .
Ofcourse Monfils Djokovic deserved night match Not Struff Vs Fed..

 

[Rafa24]

20 > 12
17 > 12
They won the last 6 slams
He doesn’t have a strong case

and don't forget they are #1 and #2 in the world and hold the last 6 slams. Djoker is being a baby.

 

[Gato]

All QF matches on CC

 

[Rafa24]

For people who said why should Novak have a request .
Federer accepted to have requested Australian Open Organisers to have Night match versus Struff.
Hence Djokovic and Monfils had to kill each other in day Heat .
Ofcourse Monfils Djokovic deserved night match Not Struff Vs Fed..

This for sure. Djoker and monfils should have been night match but nobody wanted to play day and djoker asked to because he knew monfils would melt.

 

[Rafa24]

All QF matches on CC

are you sure? they are saying on tv fed is on court 1.

 

[TMF]

Personally, I think they can move Fed to Court #1 just for this 1 match at least. His is going to be easily the most predictable of the outcomes. Novak and Rafa have potentially more interesting match-ups and for that reason alone they should both be allocated the Centre Court spot. It won't do His Greatness any harm to 'slum' it on the next best court just for once!

So the most predictable outcome of the match should be place on Court 1, then Isner/Raonic should be playing on CC because their match is the most unpredictable of all.

 

[MarcusInKensington]

Proof that if you whine enough you’ll get your own way in the end. If he had been able to keep it in his pants his form wouldn’t have dropped off, He’d be seeded higher than 12, and he wouldn’t have to resort to crying like a big baby.

 

[Djokovic2011]

Proof that if you whine enough you’ll get your own way in the end. If he had been able to keep it in his pants his form wouldn’t have dropped off, He’d be seeded higher than 12, and he wouldn’t have to resort to crying like a big baby.

Oh dear oh dear.

 

[Red Rick]

Proof that if you whine enough you’ll get your own way in the end. If he had been able to keep it in his pants his form wouldn’t have dropped off, He’d be seeded higher than 12, and he wouldn’t have to resort to crying like a big baby.

Roddick is still no Wimbledon champion. How much more do I have to whine?

 

[NoleFam]

Sure because Delpo's a star (and he earned that with that 2009 USO title and his charisma) but we won't be getting this "an epic in the making" nonsense, atleast not to the same degree. Some rivalries/match-ups go through phases, Rafa is Delpo's daddy right now.

Del Potro put Djokovic and Federer through the ringer on Centre Court and now it's Nadal's turn. I think you may be underestimating him a bit.

 

[NoleFam]

Proof that if you whine enough you’ll get your own way in the end. If he had been able to keep it in his pants his form wouldn’t have dropped off, He’d be seeded higher than 12, and he wouldn’t have to resort to crying like a big baby.

 

[Deleted member 512391]

Del Potro put Djokovic and Federer through the ringer on Centre Court and now it's Nadal's turn. I think you may be underestimating him a bit.

True, but that was 5-6 years ago, he also pushed Nadal in 2013 IW and beat him at the Olympics, but something has happened to the big man. He isn't as clutch (at least against Nadal) as before, loses the killer instinct whenever he plays him (it's strange that such thing never happens when he plays Roger) and completely change the mindset - turns into a grinder.

 

[roysid]

I'm afraid that fed would feel bitter about it.
They should have shifted the 4r match of Fed instead of QF

 

[NoleFam]

True, but that was 5-6 years ago, he also pushed Nadal in 2013 IW and beat him at the Olympics, but something has happened to the big man. He isn't as clutch (at least against Nadal) as before, loses the killer instinct whenever he plays him (it's strange that such thing never happens when he plays Roger) and completely change the mindset - turns into a grinder.

Well he's lost that last two matches but before he won the last two. He can switch on at any moment and knowing what he can do on grass if he's feeling it, I don't take him lightly.

 

[Smurph]

I am a Fed fan, and I don't think it will bother Roger in the least to play on Court #1. If anything, this court assignment is a slam to Kevin Anderson. sorry Kev.

Wonder how Novak will feel when the CC crowd is rooting for Kei. I am sure he will be whining about that. I want to like the guy, but the poor me attitude has gotten old. he should just play his game, decrease the ball bounces before his serve, and the admiration will likely return.

 

[Deleted member 512391]

Well he's lost that last two matches but before he won the last two. He can switch on at any moment and knowing what he can do on grass if he's feeling it, I don't take him lightly.

It's not about losing, it's the way he lost these matches, he basically gave up. That wasn't Delpo we used to see in a big matches.

 

[Smurph]

Yeah, the problem really isn't Djoko, it's Nishikori. He's boring as hell. Probably Djoko-Wawa would be CC.

well, that's your opinion. I saw his match against Kyrgios, and he was outstanding. The opposite of boring as hell.

 

[Tennis Rules]

i got the opinion that nadal vs delpo and djokovic vs nishikori are the matches for center court in a way about the match up...

but, the matches should be sheduled because of the semis. so nadal/delpo and Djokovic/nishikori should play at the sam time, and the other two matches before or after that...

strange decision

 

[NoleFam]

It's not about losing, it's the way he lost these matches, he basically gave up. That wasn't Delpo we used to see in a big matches.

At RG, he stepped out there like he didn't have any belief which was very disappointing. He just went out there to lose basically. Most players don't think they have a chance when they step on the court against Rafa in a BO5 on clay either though. At the USO, he started out well against Rafa and then seemed to hit a brick wall. He did have two big wins before that, coming back to beat Thiem in 5 and beating Federer in 4 tough sets so maybe that had taken its toll. Hopefully he has enough in the tank to give us a match tomorrow but I never underestimate him in a big match.

 

[Deleted member 512391]

At RG, he stepped out there like he didn't have any belief which was very disappointing. He just went out there to lose basically. Most players don't think they have a chance when they step on the court against Rafa in a BO5 on clay either though. At the USO, he started out well against Rafa and then seemed to hit a brick all. He did have two big wins before that, coming back to beat Thiem in 5 and beating Federer in 4 tough sets so maybe that had taken it's toll. Hopefully he has enough in the tank to give us a match tomorrow but I never underestimate him in a big match.

Unfortunately, I don't share your optimism, but hope you're right.

 

[zagor]

Del Potro put Djokovic and Federer through the ringer on Centre Court and now it's Nadal's turn. I think you may be underestimating him a bit.

That was back when Delpo used to be a fighter, he'd still lose most of the time against the big 4 but he'd fight tooth and nail, go for his shots, refuse to be intimidated against anyone. He still shows up against Fed but that's about it, especially against Nadal he purrs like a kitten nowadays.

Match-ups change, Berdman was often a handful for Fed for quite a few years (especially in slams) and then lost 10 times in a row.

 

[NoleFam]

That was back when Delpo used to be a fighter, he'd still lose most of the time against the big 4 but he'd fight tooth and nail, go for his shots, refuse to be intimidated against anyone. He still shows up against Fed but that's about it, especially against Nadal he purrs like a kitten nowadays.

Match-ups change, Berdman was often a handful for Fed for quite a few years (especially in slams) and then lost 10 times in a row.

I hope Del Potro can give us a match tomorrow and he has turned up against the big boys on Centre court before. We will see.

 

[Deleted member 744633]

LOL, the most prestigious tournament and the wealthiest tournament is going to become irrelevant! Dream on, fool!

You must be the kind of person who goes crazy when the Spice Girls appear on stage

Whatever man, Wimbledon is cringe worthy ... at least in my book.

 

[zagor]

I hope Del Potro can give us a match tomorrow and he has turned up against the big boys on Centre court before. We will see.

Sure, I hope so too. I enjoyed his epics over the years, even when they end up costing some of my other favourites. I want to see him fight, instead of mope.

 

[Gato]

are you sure? they are saying on tv fed is on court 1.

That's my thought on that topic, not reality sadly

 

[HetTheGreaterer]

So the most predictable outcome of the match should be place on Court 1, then Isner/Raonic should be playing on CC because their match is the most unpredictable of all.

Nothing sure for a 37 year old

 

[NoleFam]

Sure, I hope so too. I enjoyed his epics over the years, even when they end up costing some of my other favourites. I want to see him fight, instead of mope.

I do too and I want a slug fest of the highest caliber, and hope we get it.

 

[cknobman]

 

[Bukmeikara]

People, Djokovic - Nishikori is far more entertaining than Federer - Anderson. Nishikori on his good, regular day is a solid top 5 with multiple big wins on a big stage. IMO Anderson is up for a suprise tommorow but in like .. 80% of the cases he just crumbles under pressure and losses routinely. Even if Djokovic dominates the match tommorow, Nishikori would certanly bring interesting rallies and fight.

And Djokovic is right to make the problem vocal. It is just this kind of situation in which someone is taking advantage over you(like your boss keeping you underpay) and he wont change anything until you speak up.

 

[sarmpas]

Djokovic should realize that court allocation is a function of how much the crowd wants to see a player and not based on accomplishments alone

How come folks don’t understand this simple logic

Victim complex sub-consciously or not picks the 'reality' which supports being a victim.

 

[Shaolin]

Lame. I can't believe Wimbledon gave in to Novak's whining.

CC is for the most entertaining matches. If Novak doesn't like it he should try giving the crowds some better tennis to enjoy instead of thinking up stunts to pander to them.

 

[Im(moral) Winner]

Would be funny if Nishikori retired after the first set

 

[Shaolin]

Would be funny if Nishikori retired after the first set

70% chance he will.

 

[ibbi]

i got the opinion that nadal vs delpo and djokovic vs nishikori are the matches for center court in a way about the match up...

but, the matches should be sheduled because of the semis. so nadal/delpo and Djokovic/nishikori should play at the sam time, and the other two matches before or after that...

strange decision

Yeah, exactly. Isn't that the smart part of the scheduling? Trying to schedule next round opponents to go on at the same time. They've literally done the opposite of that here. Imagine if the two matches on first tomorrow both end in an hour and a half, and the second matches each go on for 5 hours. That'll be fair I'm guessing there won't be much moaning about it.